1994 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 944 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
